Press Proof Card Appraisal

Denzel Ward 2021 Panini Donruss Game-Used Ball Press Proof Gold (9/20)

This is a premium trading card featuring Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward. The card is a 'Press Proof' gold parallel from the 2021 Panini Donruss series, distinguished by its vibrant reflective gold-foil finish on the borders and background. A standout feature is the circular die-cut window containing a 'Game Used Ball' relic, which is a textured piece of brown football leather embedded into the card stock. On the left vertical border, the card is hand-numbered '9/20' in red ink, signifying its extreme rarity. On the right border, it specifies 'CLE vs LV 9/27/21', documenting the specific game from which the ball material was sourced. The card displays a high gloss finish with sharp graphics including the Donruss 'D' logo and a Cleveland Browns helmet emblem. It is currently housed in a heavy-duty, magnetic clear plastic 'One-Touch' protective case with silver screws, suggesting the owner considers it a high-value piece. The corners and edges visible through the case appear crisp and sharp, indicating a potential 'near-mint to mint' condition, though a physical inspection out of the case would be required to confirm surface perfection or edge integrity.